Dataw Island Marina

Dataw Island Marina, situated at 100 Marina Dr, Dataw Island, SC, 29920, stands as a modern oasis on land steeped in ancient and storied history. Originally known as Datha Island, this locale has been home to native peoples for over 10,000 years, with archaeological evidence revealing a rich tapestry of human presence dating back to the Muskogean Indian era. The island’s strategic importance was evident in the battles between Spanish, French, and English forces in the early 1500s.

In later centuries, it flourished as a prosperous Sea Island cotton plantation under the ownership of William Sams, only to be transformed by the tumult of the Civil War and subsequent changes in ownership. Today, the marina is part of a luxurious private residential community, developed by Alcoa in the 1980s. As you dock at Dataw Island Marina, you are immersed in a blend of natural beauty and historical significance, with the Sams Plantation Complex Tabby Ruins, listed in the National Register, serving as a poignant reminder of the island’s enduring legacy. The marina offers a serene and elegant gateway to explore this historically significant and ecologically vibrant island.